Famed computer scientist and inventor of C++, Bjarne Stroustrup, has announced his latest creation: a new programming language called 'Bulldog'. But will it really be man's new best friend in coding?
Many developers are barking with excitement at the prospect of a new language to sink their teeth into, and Stroustrup's pedigree as a programming language creator is unmatched. However, some are skeptical that Bulldog will be anything more than a gimmicky cash grab.
According to Stroustrup, Bulldog is designed to be a low-level programming language that emphasizes performance and efficiency. However, critics are quick to point out that this already exists in languages like C and Rust, making Bulldog's existence seemingly redundant.
Despite these skeptics, Stroustrup is optimistic that Bulldog will have its day in the sun. In a recent interview, he stated that "programming languages are like dog breeds - there's always room for another one to come along and make an impact". His analogy has sparked various reactions from the programming community, with some declaring it to be barkingly brilliant, while others find it to be a bit of a howl.
Those who have had early access to Bulldog have mixed opinions. Some claim that it has potential to be a well-trained and obedient new addition to the programming language family, while others say it's more like a poorly trained puppy that's constantly getting in the way. Regardless, many are eagerly awaiting the chance to get their paws on Bulldog and give it a go.
But what does the future hold for Bulldog? Will it become a loyal companion for programmers around the world, or will it be sent to the doghouse? Only time will tell. One thing is for sure though, programming enthusiasts will continue to eagerly lap up any new programming language that comes along, in hopes of finding their own personal code companion.
